The Best Maternity-Friendly Clothes to Wear

Merlette is one of the best non-maternity brands out there for maternity-friendly wear. So many of the dresses and blouses are already roomy and flowy and are perfect for before and after baby.

I’ve been a big fan of these The Frankie Shop pants since before I was pregnant. I ordered a pair one size larger than I normally wear and I have been able to wear them throughout my entire pregnancy. I love how versatile they are—I can dress them up with an oversized blouse and blazer or dress them down with a big sweater. They are fitted but never feel too tight which makes them a great option for traveling as well.

If you need a dress to wear for an occasion, Bernadette has a plethora of options that are bump-friendly. I wore this printed maxi dress for my baby shower with a belt above my belly. I didn’t need to size up as there already plenty of room!

Flat shoes became a must for me once I got past the first trimester. Vibi Venezia slippers are my go-to option as they are easy to slip on and off, are super lightweight which makes them even more comfortable, and they come in every color of the rainbow. They just introduced a new collab with Markarian which is so pretty for summer.

This is one of my all-time favorite white shirts (you can read why here). As it’s a men’s shirt, it already fits a bit oversized, but I got a few in larger sizes so I could wear as my belly progressively got bigger. These shirts are also so easy to care for. Just throw in the washing machine and dryer and they come out ready to wear! They will be great for once the baby is here for a quick getting dressed option that doubles as easy breastfeeding access.

Knit dresses are fantastic for maternity wear as they can accommodate all the phases of pregnancy (and sizes!). I love DISSH’s dresses because you can wear your normal size throughout and they do not stretch out. These are a great go-to for postpartum as well.

Caftans are an easy and comfortable option, especially during the last few weeks of pregnancy. I love the bright colors and patterns from La Vie Style House.

I got this Ninety Percent top last year (before I was pregnant) and it quickly became a closet staple of mine. I have it in two colors. The draping is surprisingly roomy and helps to accentuate your belly (if you like to show it off, of course). I like to wear with The Frankie Shop pants and a blazer.

Rixo has a lot of dress options that are great for maternity wear, as they cut most of their fabrics on the bias. I was also drawn to this geometric patterned jersey dress, which is not only super stretchy but has been a fun addition to my wardrobe.

After I found out I was pregnant, our Fashion Assistant, Hannah Morrolf, told me about these Abercrombie & Fitch maternity vegan leather pants that her pregnant friends were raving about. I immediately ordered a pair and they remained on high rotation for me in the colder months. The elastic belly band is super comfortable to wear all day.

Cham’s pieces are buttery soft, stretchy, and oh-so-comfortable. Perfect for pre and post baby.

Sneakers are definitely the most comfortable shoe during pregnancy! I have been wearing my Loewe Flow Runners a lot, especially when I am on set and need to be on my feet most of the day. It gets a bit harder to bend down and tie your shoes towards the end of the ten months, but that’s what a partner is for, right?

I loved wearing a jacket or blazer that I could button above my belly and let my bump peek out. This one from Co has the button perfectly placed.

Elastic waistbands are your friend during pregnancy! I have a few of Vince’s bias pants on rotation. I can wear them in my normal size slung low on the hips or in a bigger size around my belly.

I’ve always loved wearing a silk pajama out in the evening for a little something different, and it’s an easy option to look chic and accommodate a belly. Olivia von Halle has the softest silk and gorgeous patterns. Add a kitten heel and jewelry and you’re good to go.

Babaa’s wool sweaters are a cold-weather favorite of mine. They are oversized already which leaves plenty of room for any size bump.

Bumpsuit has everything you need for soft and comfortable maternity clothing. Everything stretches as your belly grows without getting stretched out. The best part is you can absolutely wear these after pregnancy as well.

I got away with wearing regular, low-rise jeans for most of my pregnancy by going up a few sizes (and sometimes using the hair-tie through the button hole trick!). I love the relaxed fit and wash of AGOLDE’s Fran Jeans because I could wear with almost anything.